Addressing a pressing issue identified by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, The Directors Bureau Special Projects presents a creative and practical solution to the dissatisfaction many tourists experience when viewing the Hollywood Sign from Hollywood Boulevard. Recognizing the challenges posed by tourists venturing into narrow neighborhood streets for a closer look, causing traffic congestion and environmental concerns, we propose an innovative concept: a camera obscura in the shape of a classic Hollywood film camera, situated at 6413 Hollywood Boulevard.
This camera obscura offers an immersive and unique viewing experience of the Hollywood sign. As visitors step inside, they’ll witness a live projection of the sign on the interior walls, offering a safe, convenient, and extraordinary viewing opportunity without the need to navigate through congested residential areas. Strategically located close to other popular tourist destinations like the Chinese Theater and Madame Tussaud’s, this installation is a perfect addition to the Hollywood tourist circuit.
Combining technological nostalgia with modern tourist needs, our camera obscura provides a memorable, environmentally friendly, and accessible way to experience one of Hollywood’s most iconic symbols.